Ronald "Ronnie" Gabriel Caudillo, age 58, passed away Thursday, March 26, 2026, at Bethany Home in Lindsborg, KS. He was born August 10, 1967, in Hutchinson, KS, to Gabriel and Gloria (Rodriguez) Caudillo.

In 1985, Ronnie graduated from Hutchinson High School and soon after attended Hutchinson Community College. Throughout his life, Ronnie worked as a laborer for various companies and also took pride in mowing lawns and doing yardwork.

He was a devoted Kansas City Chiefs fan, rarely missing an opportunity to cheer on his team. In his younger years, he enjoyed DJ'ing for friends and family whenever he could, sharing his love of music and bringing energy to the dance floor.

Ronnie was also a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in South Hutchinson.

Ronnie is survived by: his father, Gabe Caudillo of Hutchinson; son, Eric Caudillo of Hutchinson; brother, Bryan (Erika) Caudillo of Olathe; and sister, Andrea (Chris) Germann of Lenexa.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Gloria.

Cremation has taken place.

Parish rosary will be 11 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 a.m. Monday, April 6, 2026, both at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 612 S. Maple, South Hutchinson, with Father Eric Weldon officiating. Inurnment will follow at Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson. Friends may sign his memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. until service day at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Ronald "Ronnie" Caudillo Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501. To benefit the Ronald "Ronnie" Caudillo Memorial Fund, please make checks payable to Elliott Mortuary.